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In the competitive world of small and mid-size companies, having the best financial expertise and a trusted business strategist can make the difference between success and failure. Traditionally the onus of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has fallen on the shoulders of CEOs who are busy managing their companies. With budgets tightening and needs increasing, hiring a full-time CFO may be out of reach.
Until now.
The ideal solution is to partner with a top-notch CFO on a part-time, as-needed basis so you can get the best financial expertise and guidance available without the high-priced salary.
Streamlining Financial Reporting for Business Owners
Focus your attention on a point in time. This means pay attention to YTD results. The month just ended is history.
It is time to modernize the P&L analysis and help business owners start a forward-thinking process to address negative trends.
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CFO-Pro founder John Lafferty has become recognized for decades as the go to virtual CFO for entrepreneurs, start-up ventures and both emerging and mature businesses in a variety of industries. Backed by an MBA and an early career in progressive financial roles with leading global consulting and venture capital firms, the Fortune 500 and rising entrepreneurial ventures, John has built CFO-Pro into a rich resource for small and mid-sized companies.
Today he advises clients in strategy development, systems and process management and oversight, growth initiatives, infrastructure and operations improvement, margin and revenue enhancement, and creation of successful exit strategies. Coupled with his in-depth understanding of the interrelation of operations, marketing and finance, John brings unique value to client companies.
Blog Posts
John Lafferty is the Problem Solver – Week 4
This month, we continue to profile the work that John Lafferty has done to refocus and maintain the financial stability of various companies. As you read through these profiles, ask yourself, “Does this sound like an issue that my business is having”? Week 4 – Specializing in Specialties Place: Midwest Company Type: Specialty Products The…
John Lafferty is the Problem Solver – Week 3
This month, we continue to profile the work that John Lafferty has done to refocus and maintain the financial stability of various companies. As you read through these profiles, ask yourself, “Does this sound like an issue that my business is having”? Week 3 – Keeping On Point–Online Place: Around the World (international business) Company…
John Lafferty is the Problem Solver – Week 2
This month, we continue to profile the work that John Lafferty has done to refocus and maintain the financial stability of various companies. As you read through these profiles, ask yourself, “does this sound like a issue that my business is having”? Week 2 – Food Service and Financials Place: Chicago, Illinois Company Type: Food…
John Lafferty is the Problem Solver – Week 1
Usually, we start the month with a series of posts that help businesses stay on track for financial growth. This month, we are profiling the work that John Lafferty has done to refocus and maintain the financial stability of various companies. As you read the profiles this month, ask yourself, “does this sound like a…
Back to Basics – Do You Have the Right Chart of Accounts? – Week 4
For those not inclined to be organized, the idea of doing your own accounting beyond balancing your checkbook may make you a little queasy. However, you’ve managed to keep your lunch this far, and guess what? You’re almost done! Over the past three weeks, we’ve discussed balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements; today,…
Back to Basics – Understanding the Cash Flow Statement – Week 3
To reiterate, there are four main types of financial statements: the balance sheet, the income statement, the cash flow statement, and the statement of shareholder’s equity. Balance sheets were our first topic of discussion this month; last week we covered income statements; now it’s on to cash flow statements. There is a difference between profit —…
Back to Basics – Managing Your Finances 101 – Week 2
It’s easy to become daunted when faced with the intricacies of financial statements, especially when you’re a new business owner. Fortunately, you don’t have to have an MBA in order to make sense of your financial statements, and you don’t have to fear the challenges presented by this very important part of your business. Week…
Back to Basics – Managing Your Finances 101 – Week 1
The ornaments have been removed from the trees and packed away for next year and the cruise ships have returned from Mexico and the Caribbean, so it’s safe to say the holidays are over. As most individuals head back to work, entrepreneurs (who may not have stopped working during the holiday) are starting the year…
Preparing for Entrepreneurship – Establishing Operating Capital for Business Longevity – Week 5
Does everybody wish on occasion that they had a guardian angel? Someone who is looking out for your best interest and can provide assistance when needed? As a business owner, you may need this assistance at various times, because of the unpredictability of entrepreneurship. Enter the angel investor… Week 5: Angel Investors Angel investors, also…
Preparing for Entrepreneurship – Establishing Operating Capital for Business Longevity – Week 4
One of the places small business owners and entrepreneurs have learned to be most wary of is traditional financial institutions; namely, banks. However, a not-so-traditional version of a traditional financial institution has become one of the champions of small businesses: community banks. Week 4: Community Banking If customer service, local benefits and a surprising lack…